ANKIT SAHU
Lincoln
Summary
Detail-oriented dairy science graduate, Master of Science in food innovation from Lincoln University, NZ and Bachelor of Technology in dairy science with more than a year of hands-on experience in the laboratory and plant in Amul (one of the largest dairy manufacturing companies in India). Experience with analytical and microbiological testing of raw milk and dairy products including fat testing, milk solids testing, gas chromatography, testing for milk adulteration, microbial testing (TPC, yeast and mould, coliforms), and knowledge of HACCP, and Risk Management planing requirements. Proficient with lab test data to make actual production decisions: standardizing milk, rejecting non-conforming batches and tankers, conducting root cause investigations. Accurate, safe, and comfortable in physically active and fast-paced surroundings, and has a passion for being a part of a high quality dairy quality team.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Sandwich Artist (Night Shift)
Subway
06.2025 - Current
- Operated the night shift at Christchurch's busiest Subway branch, managing bread preparation, food assembly, and peak-hour workflows.
- Maintained compliance with food safety and hygiene guidelines in a high-volume, customer-facing environment.
- Processed cash and card transactions accurately and collaborated with team members to maintain smooth service.
Crew Member
Burger King
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Worked front counter and drive-thru in one of Christchurch's busiest BK stores, maintaining food preparation standards and hygiene.
- Delivered efficient, friendly customer service while adhering to company safety and cleanliness policies.
Dairy Technologist
Amul
07.2023 - 08.2024
- Operated and monitored automated dairy processing plant and equipment including pasteurisers, homogenisers, evaporators, and FFS and cup-filling packaging machines in accordance with plant operating instructions and SOPs.
- Planned production schedules based on market demand, raw material availability, and inventory levels.
- Performed accurate product sampling in accordance with instruction manuals; conducted quality testing (fat, SNF, adulteration, microbiology) ensuring all products were manufactured and packed in accordance with end-user specifications.
- Performed advanced analytical testing including gas chromatography and microbial analysis (TPC, yeast and mould, coliforms).
- Maintained accurate batch logs, CCP records, and traceability documentation (electronic and hard copy) in compliance with HACCP, FSSC 22000, and RMP requirements, monitoring plant operational parameters to required standards.
- Identified faults and led root cause analysis to resolve production and quality issues; reported non-conformances to supervisors promptly and implemented corrective and preventative actions in line with company procedures and health and safety policy.
- Supervised and coordinated a team of 50+ production floor operators, including task allocation and guidance.
- Maintained highest standards of hygiene and housekeeping in and around the factory environment; implemented CIP/COP sanitation planning, chemical control, and 5S practices to ensure a clean and compliant production area.
Education
Master of Science - Food Innovation
Lincoln University
Lincoln, New Zealand02-2026
Bachelor of Technology - Dairy Technology
College of Dairy Science and Food Technology
Raipur, India05-2022
Skills
- Dairy Processing
- HACCP
- GMP
- Food Safety Compliance
- Microbial Analysis
- Plant & Process Equipment Operation
- CIP/COP Sanitation Planning
- Chemical Control
- Quality Control
- Root Cause Analysis
- Production Planning
- Inventory Management
- FSSC 22000
- RMP Compliance Awareness
- Batch Logs
- Traceability
- CCP Documentation
- 5S
- Health & Safety
- SOP Adherence
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Timeline
Sandwich Artist (Night Shift)
Subway
06.2025 - Current
Crew Member
Burger King
03.2025 - 06.2025
Dairy Technologist
Amul
07.2023 - 08.2024
Master of Science - Food Innovation
Lincoln University
Bachelor of Technology - Dairy Technology
College of Dairy Science and Food Technology